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Web ChangesThis is where we'll announce the most recent additions to our web site. If you've visited us before and want to know what's changed, take a look here first.
NewsThese are the news items and press releases we've issued over the last year. You may want to search for topics by keyword. 2nd Annual Winter Musical Jamboree a
Resounding Success
Dozens
Walk for World Hunger
On
April 27, 2008 over 75 people representing over thirteen churches and groups
completed the World Hunger Walk raising over $5,000. Much appreciation
to all who participated as walkers, sponsors and helpers to make the walk such a
success. The money will help make a difference to our hungry brothers and
sisters. Golf
Tournament Attracts over 50 Golfers
On May 17, 2008 over 15
teams of local golfers participated in the annual World Hunger Golf Tournament
at Mariner's Landing Golf & Country Club at beautiful Smith Mountain Lake,
VA. A wonderful day of fun-filled fellowship, food and golf was enjoyed by
all; culminating in nearly $2,500 raised for world hunger via golfer
participation fees and hole sponsorships by local businesses. Over $5,500 Raised During World Hunger Bike Ride On June
7, 2008 45 bike riders raised over $5,500 dollars for world hunger thru
registration fees and ride sponsorships. There were participants from
Franklin County, Roanoke, Bedford and beyond. The most popular ride was
the 25 mile loop, but there were also many riders participating in the 5,
10 and 50 mile routes. Thanks to all of the bikers and sponsors who
peddled their way to alleviate world hunger on a beautiful (but warm) Saturday
morning. Making
Music in Support of World Hunger
On
Sunday, June 8 a packed house at Antioch Church of the Brethren enjoyed a very
entertaining afternoon of advanced organ compilations by Franklin County's own
Jonathan Emmons followed by a delicious dessert social. Over $1,500 was
raised at this event in support of World Hunger. Thanks to all those
attending and a big thank you to Jonathan for providing the wonderful music! Music,
Magic, Food and Fellowship to Feed the Hungry
On Saturday, July, 19th
and many more gathered for our annual Family Fun Day at Monte Vista for a
wonderful evening of entertainment, activities, food and fellowship. The
event raised over $1,100 dollars to help those in need. Many thanks
to those who prepared, hosted, supported, attended and participated in this enjoyable event. Wonderful Weather, Crowd and Proceeds at Our Main Event....The Annual World Hunger Auction On Saturday, August, 9th hundreds gathered on a beautiful summer morning for our annual World Hunger Auction at Antioch Church of the Brethren. In addition to delicious food and produce, the auction provided the opportunity to purchase livestock, custom furniture, quilts, artwork, plants, and much, much more; all to support the hungry of the world. This one-day event raised over $30,000 dollars, 100% of which will be combined with proceeds from all of the activities listed above to help those in need in Franklin County, Roanoke and around the world.
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